Energy intervention in the residential sector in the south of Spain: Current challenges
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Energy efficiency, energy retrofitting, monitoring, low energy buildings, residential sectorAbstract
It can be estimated that approximately half of energy consumption in Spanish residential buildings derives from heating and air conditioning systems. It is therefore advisable to invest in retrofitting projects to reduce energy demand. However, although as a rule energy interventions are expected to bring about significant potential energy savings, it should be noted that this is often not so straightforward, particularly in southern Spain, where there are significant deviations from the expected energy scenario. Recent research shows that in many cases there is no direct relationship between energy demand and real energy use, and the low energy rate is combined with deficiencies in comfort conditions. In order to ensure the real cost-efficiency of the actions is essential, further research for defining these behaviours. The European EnergyTIC project is a continuation of the work already carried out in this context by the EFFICACIA and AMEC research projects.
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